About Me

Address: Castlebrook Manor, Castletroy, Co. Limerick

Email: lanebrian981@gmail.com

Phone: 089 253 3177

I'm reliable and motivated with a strong work ethic and hands-on experience in both customer-facing and digital roles. Passionate about learning, meeting new people, and contributing to a positive team environment. I have a Safe Pass and I'm seeking work where I can further develop my skills and gain valuable experience.

Education

Castletroy College – 2020 to 2024

Newport College – 2024 to 2025

Junior Certificate: Achieved 8 subjects – all passed.

Work Experience

Paul O'Donoghue Plastering
Limerick (September 2025 – October 2025)
Duties: Assisted plasterers with site setup, mixing materials, and surface preparation. Carried tools and materials and maintained a clean, safe work area. Helped with applying base coats and general cleanup after work.

Johnny’s Barbers
55 The Orchard, Castletroy, Limerick (Nov 2024 – May 2025)
Duties: Taking payments, engaging with clients, maintaining cleanliness, and learning the day-to-day operations of a busy barbershop.

Grooom Dog Groomers
Newport, Co. Tipperary (Sept – Nov 2024)
Duties: Assisted with handling and calming pets, cleaning and maintaining grooming equipment and workspaces, managing bookings, and interacting with customers in a friendly and professional manner.

ProAction Labs
Sandyford Business Park, Dublin 18 (June – Aug 2024)
Duties: Created professional blog content tailored to client needs and contributed to improving online visibility. Responsible for updating and optimising clients’ Google Business Profiles, ensuring accurate and engaging information was presented to potential customers.

Scotts Barbers
Ashdown Centre, Courtbrack, Limerick (Feb – May 2023)
Duties: Taking payments, engaging with clients, maintaining cleanliness, and learning the day-to-day operations of a busy barbershop.

Certificates

• Completed: O’Dwyer Safety Services Ltd – 2025
• Safe Pass - Accredited by: SOLAS
• Date: 1/09/2025

• Completed: Retro Barbers – 2023
• Retro Barbers Introduction to Barbering
• Course Director: Frank Hackett
• Date: 1/11/2023

Skills

• Excellent communication and customer service
• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness
• Quick to learn and adaptable to new tasks and environments.
• Reliable, punctual, and well-presented
• Confident using computers and digital tools

Cover Letter

Dear Reader,

I’m currently looking for a position where I can contribute, gain experience, and continue developing my skills. I’m enthusiastic, reliable, and eager to learn.

Through a variety of part-time jobs and work placements, I’ve gained valuable hands-on experience in customer service and online communication. These roles—ranging from working with a plastering contractor, barbershops and a dog grooming salon to a digital marketing company—have helped me build strong interpersonal and organisational skills. I’ve learned to engage professionally with customers, maintain clean and safe working environments, and contribute to the smooth running of day-to-day business operations..

I am available to work weekdays and weekends and would be happy to assist with any tasks needed. I would appreciate the opportunity to contribute to your team and further develop my skills.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I would be delighted to discuss any available roles in person or over the phone.

Sincerely,

Brian Lane

Contact

Email: lanebrian981@gmail.com

Phone: 089 253 3177